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Malaysia to increase biodiesel blend to B15 in Peninsular Malaysia from June 1
Malaysia will raise the biodiesel blend in diesel to 15% starting June 1, 2026, across Peninsular Malaysia to boost energy security and reduce fossil fuel reliance.
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PAS Signals Possible Independent Election Bid Amid Strained Ties with Bersatu
PAS is considering contesting future elections independently from Bersatu following internal criticisms and recent tensions within Perikatan Nasional.
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New cancer injection amivantamab eradicates tumors in some head and neck cancer patients
An international trial showed the injection amivantamab shrank or removed tumors in 43 of 102 chemo-resistant head and neck cancer patients.
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Sri Lanka raises fuel prices by up to 6% to meet IMF bailout conditions
Sri Lanka raised petrol and diesel prices up to 6% on May 31 to comply with IMF bailout loan terms.
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Malaysia Enforces Identity Verification for Sponsored Social Media Ads Starting June 1, 2026
Malaysia requires all social media advertisers to verify identities under the Online Safety Act effective June 1, 2026.
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DAP’s Marina Ibrahim to retire, will not defend Skudai seat in Johor election
Marina Ibrahim announced she will not seek reelection for Skudai state assembly seat and is retiring from politics after one term.
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KLIA Terminal 1 Aerotrain to Resume 24-Hour Service Starting June 1, 2026
Kuala Lumpur International Airport will restore full 24-hour Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 from midnight on June 1, 2026.
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Malaysia enforces Hire Purchase Amendment Act 2026 starting June 1 with 11 institutions ready
Malaysia will enforce the Hire Purchase (Amendment) Act 2026 on June 1, with 11 financial institutions prepared to offer financing under the new law.
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Retired cardiac anaesthesiologist Saedah Ali raises sheep and goats on inherited land
Dr Saedah Ali, 59, retired in 2022 and now runs a livestock farm with 250 sheep and 90 goats in Malaysia.
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Sultan of Pahang proposes Kampung Bantal as state’s first royal village
The Sultan of Pahang expressed his wish to designate Kampung Bantal as the state’s first royal village, highlighting its special ties to the royal family.
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Mass wedding held for 50 couples in Gaza amid war and soaring bridal dress costs
Around 50 couples married in a Gaza City mass wedding organized by Turkish NGO IHH on May 16, amid war hardships and rising wedding dress prices.
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Sarawak Premier Abang Johari urges GPS unity to protect state rights and future
Premier Abang Johari called on GPS parties to stay united to safeguard Sarawak's rights and ensure political and economic progress.
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UAE officially leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in strategic energy shift
The UAE exited OPEC and OPEC+ on May 1, citing national production strategy and future capacity plans.
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Malaysia drafts stricter fleet card regulations to curb fuel subsidy abuse
Malaysia’s Domestic Trade Ministry is drafting new rules to tighten control and enforcement on fleet card misuse under fuel subsidy schemes.
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Malaysia boosts funding to RM900 million for 6,000 new classrooms nationwide
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a RM900 million allocation to build 6,000 new classrooms to meet rising student demand.
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Three Men Detained and Sentenced for Illegal Parking Fee Collection in Pudu
Kuala Lumpur City Hall detained and fined three men for illegal parking fee collection in Pudu on May 14-15.
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South Korean director Bong Joon-ho creates first animated film Ally
Bong Joon-ho, acclaimed South Korean director, has been working nearly seven years on Ally, his first animated film about a deep-sea creature.
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Malaysia Masters 2026 concludes with notable performances and rising Malaysian stars
Malaysia Masters 2026 ran May 19-24 at Unifi Arena Kuala Lumpur, highlighting strong showings from Malaysian doubles and singles players.
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Two Men Arrested for Dangerous Wheelie Stunts on Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway
Two men aged 31 and 36 were arrested for performing risky wheelie stunts on Ducati motorcycles along the Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway on May 9.
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Forensic psychiatrist and police officer to be recalled in Zara Qairina death inquest next week
Dr Chua Sze Hung and ASP Mohd Zaidi will resume testimony in the inquest into 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir's death next week.
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Malaysia calls for fuel subsidy targeting beyond income to include living expenses
Malaysia’s Economy Minister says fuel subsidy rules must consider household living costs, not just income levels.
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Malaysia boosts Ministry of Education budget for classrooms and teacher welfare in 2026
Malaysia raised Ministry of Education allocations to RM900 million for classrooms and approved 3,150 new teachers ahead of 2027 school intake.
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Malaysia issues 6,680 littering notices nationwide since January 2026
Authorities in Malaysia issued 6,680 littering notices nationwide since January, including 15 teenagers and 1,866 foreigners.
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18-year-old Wah Han Keong killed in Kuala Terengganu road crash involving van and car
Eighteen-year-old Wah Han Keong died in a May 19 road crash in Kuala Terengganu involving a Nissan Vanette and a Volkswagen Golf GTI.